Potatoes represent the largest sales increase of all vegetables sold at retail in March. Retail purchases of all potato products were 41 percent higher in March 2020 compared to the same time frame last year.
“Consumers give potatoes high marks for being a satisfying food that everyone enjoys and for being a great value,” said Blair Richardson, CEO, Potatoes USA. “The surprising news for most people is that potatoes are a nutrient-dense vegetable.”
Fresh potatoes have experienced a 42 percent volume increase since the beginning of March and a 67 percent year-over-year dollar sales increase as of the end of the first week of April. Before shelter-at-home mandates, 73 percent of consumers across the country reported eating potatoes at least once a month.
According to a study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, potatoes provide more nutrients per penny compared to most vegetables. Potatoes have the highest score per dollar (along with sweet potatoes and carrots) on eight essential nutrients including potassium, fiber, protein, vitamins C and E, calcium, iron and magnesium.
Potatoes contain as many, if not more, vitamins and minerals compared to other vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower and sweet potato, per serving. One medium sized (5.3 ounces) skin-on potato contains 620 mg of potassium (more than a banana), 27 mg of vitamin C (more than a tomato), 2 grams fiber, and 3 grams of protein (which is half the protein in an egg). Potatoes provide all of these nutrients for 110 calories with no fat, sodium or gluten.
Seventy-seven percent of Americans report using recipes at least some of the time, showing that recipes continue to be an important part of food inspiration and preparation at home. The most popular potato recipe searches at PotatoGoodness.com in March were:
- Cheesy Crispy Baked Potato Bites
- Tuscan Potato Skillet
- Easy Potato Skillet
- Mashed Potato and Egg Bites
- Hash Brown Breakfast Bowl
“Dehydrated potatoes are a great option right now because they don’t require refrigeration and can be a go-to in your pantry,” said Richardson. “Same goes for potato chips.”
Dehydrated potatoes are typically made from Russet, Red and Yellow potatoes that undergo a dehydration (removal of water). They can be easily rehydrated by adding water and then served or cooked immediately. Potato chips are minimally processed and typically made with three ingredients found in most homes – potatoes, vegetable oil and salt. In comparison, several of the top snack foods contain five or more ingredients. Potato chips also primarily contain unsaturated fats (90 percent) – the type of fats that fit within a healthy dietary pattern.
For more information:
Potatoes USA
Tel: +1 (303) 369-7783
Email: www.potatoesusa.com
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